Business Calendar

Wednesday

Jan 30, 2008 at 2:00 AM

THURSDAY

THURSDAY

Exeter

n Peter J. Bagley, president of the marketing department at Squamscott Press, Inc. ,will be the keynote speaker at a luncheon seminar sponsored by the Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce. It will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Stop & Shop on Route 108. The seminar will explain the best combinations of marketing materials and activities for your business and provide you with a process to manage the following: direct marketing, e-mail marketing, newspaper ads, marketing activities, Web sites and banners, direct mail, business networks, customer referrals, marketing materials and brochures. Space is limited, so please RSVP to Pete@TheMktingDept.com or call 418-6194, ext. 220, to reserve your seat.

Portsmouth

n Catapult Seacoast, a young-professionals' networking group, will be holding its first Lifestyle Series event, entitled "Balancing Life, Work & Wellness in 2008: How to Maintain Your Health and Sanity While Working Your Way to the Top!" Start 2008 off right by sticking to your New Year's resolution and focusing on a healthier you! Catapult will kick off the year with the first event in its new Lifestyle Series. This event will provide tips for young professionals on how to stay healthy and manage the negative effects of stress while working to build careers. Attendees will receive a customized "Roadmap to Wellness" that will help them to make positive changes in improving their health. Catapult will host a collaborative panel discussion with wellness experts and employers alike. Attendees will hear from Dr. Jeffrey Barbour from Barbour Family Chiropractic, Craig Davis from Tranquility Wellness Services, and Mary Persson from Appledore Engineering. The event will be held at the Portsmouth Public Library, in the Levenson Room at 175 Parrott Ave. Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m., and the event will start at 6 p.m. Flatbread Pizza will be providing healthy refreshments. The cost is $5 to attend. To find out more about catapult, visit www.catapultseacoast.org. Membership is free!

Hampton

n The Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce presents "Chamber Connection: A Daytime Networking Event" at the Chamber office, One Lafayette Road, Hampton, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This event is specifically geared for straightforward networking in a casual setting. There will be an opportunity to introduce your business to others and build your contacts. Featured speaker is Dave Anderson of The UPS Store. Attendance is currently limited to 25 Hampton Area Chamber members and guests, by reservation only. There is no charge. Call Katie Curran at 926-8718, ext. 104, or e-mail katie@hamptonchamber.com to secure a spot.

Newington

n The Seacoast Board of REALTORS hosts its third semi-annual "State of the Seacoast" news conference at 10 a.m. at the SBR offices, 110 Corporate Drive, Pease International Tradeport. Scheduled to present their perspectives are Jay Gibson, president/CEO Piscataqua Savings Bank; Peter Stanhope, chief appraiser, the Stanhope Group, Portsmouth; Dick Ingram, executive director, The Housing Partnership and John Rice, President, Seacoast Board of REALTORS. Also attending to give perspective to the seacoast market as compared to the statewide market are Jim Lyons, president, New Hampshire Association of REALTORS and Dennis Delay, deputy director, New Hampshire Center for Public Policy Studies.

Hampton

n Would you like to strengthen your small business, or start working for yourself? MicroCredit-NH is a statewide, nonprofit business development program that can assist you. With resources that benefit both start-up and experienced self-employed individuals and small business owners, MicroCredit-NH works to increase the income and stability of microbusinesses (businesses with up to five employees). A free orientation about the program will be held from 3 to 5 p.m., at the Lane Memorial Library's Wheaton Lane Room on 2 Academy Ave. The session will provide details about MicroCredit-NH's services, which include business skill training, loan capital up to $15,000, the Individual Development Account matched savings program and access to expanded markets. These resources are delivered statewide through local business groups. The orientation will also provide information about membership opportunities in area groups. To register for the orientation, contact Jennifer Murphy Aubin at 496-0520. For more information about MicroCredit-NH and its statewide business events, visit www.microcreditnh.org.

Durham

n The University of New Hampshire will hold its annual Outdoor Jobs and Camp Fair, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., in the Granite State Room of the Memorial Union Building. More than 40 employers representing nonprofit outdoor and environmental agencies, commercial outfitters, summer camps and international travel companies will attend this year's fair to recruit summer and full-time employees. Some representatives conduct on-the-spot interviews. The fair, which is free and open to the public, attracts more than 300 students and others from diverse academic fields, including outdoor education, nursing, natural resources, recreation management, business, and equine sciences. For information, contact Laurie Gullion at 862-1617 or lgullion@unh.edu.

Dover

n The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce will hold its February Business Open House at Middleton Building Supply, 58 Old Rochester Road, from 5 to 7 p.m. Chamber members and guests will have an opportunity to tour the facility, as well as make new business contacts, talk about their respective businesses, renew acquaintances, and meet new members. Non-chamber members are welcome to attend as guests of members. Attendees are urged to bring a supply of business cards to exchange. Preregistration is required, so call the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce at 742-2218, or register online at www.dovernh.org.

Portsmouth

n The Greater Area Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce's Government Affairs Committee invites members to this year's legislative reception from 5 to 7:30 p.m., at the Sheraton Harborside Portsmouth Hotel. The free event is underwritten by Ocean Bank and Portsmouth Regional Hospital. Members of the Seacoast community are invited to attend. During the reception attendees will have a chance to meet with local, state and federal representatives, government officials and Chamber executives from across the region. Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP by contacting the Chamber at 610-5510 or send an e-mail to info@portsmouthchamber.org.

Dover

n The first in the Federal Savings Bank 2008 Forum Series will be the State of the City, from 7:30 to 9 a.m., at The Cochecho Country Club, 145 Gulf Road. This forum, which includes breakfast, is open to the public. Cost is $12 for members and $15 for non-members. City Manager J. Michael Joyal will discuss the state of the city, focusing on upcoming city projects and initiatives, and Dover Mayor Scott Myers will bring greetings from the City Council. Economist Brian Gottlob, principal of PolEcon Research will provide an overview of key recent economic and demographic trends in the Greater Dover regional economy, and discuss the outlook for the region for 2008 and beyond. Brian will also address the immediate opportunities and challenges Dover faces and prospects for strengthening the local economy. Moderator will be Don Briand, news director for WOKQ. As seating is limited, please register online at www.dovernh.org or by calling 742-2218 by Feb. 5.

Concord

n The Business and Industry Association, New Hampshire Small Business Development Center, and local and regional chambers of commerce will host the third annual Small Business Day at the State House to engage small businesses in public policy discussion and debate. The event will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the New Hampshire Historical Society's Tuck Library in Concord. Sponsored by Public Service of New Hampshire and media sponsor New Hampshire Business Review, Small Business Day at the State House will begin with a panel discussion with the state's elected leaders, followed by questions from the audience. Participating on the panel are Senate President Sylvia Larsen, Senate Republican Leader Ted Gatsas, House Republican Leader Mike Whalley and House Commerce Committee Chair Tara Reardon. The state leadership panel will focus specifically on top small business issues of 2008 and how state-elected leaders seek to resolve them. Two workshops will complete the morning program. During the first, panelists will outline higher education resources for small businesses, including business-outreach programs, internships and other entrepreneurship programs designed to help small businesses succeed. The program will conclude with closing remarks from Gov. John Lynch. The cost to attend Small Business Day at the State House is $20 per person, and includes a continental breakfast and light lunch. To register, call 224-5388 , ex. 116, or visit acteva.com/go/nhbia.

Dover

n The next Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce's Business Networking Exchange will be held from 7:30 to 9 a.m., at The Hampton Inn, 9 Hotel Drive. Complementary coffee will be provided by The Hampton Inn. Please register by calling 742-2218 or online at www.dovernh.org/pages/eventcalendar.asp.

Concord

n The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (DES) and New Hampshire Marine Trades Association (NHMTA) are pleased to announce an upcoming workshop and would like to invite marina owners and operators, marine contractors, and other interested parties to attend. The workshop will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., at DES at 29 Hazen Drive, Concord. The workshop consists of two informative tracks including information on the changes to the Comprehensive Shoreland Protection Act, stormwater management, boat washing and hazardous waste issues. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with DES and EPA staff, dealers, vendors, and their colleagues involved in the marine industry. Several vendors and DES programs will also have informational displays. There is a $15 registration fee for NHMTA members, $25 for non-members, to be collected at the door. All payments must be made to the New Hampshire Marine Trades Association (cash or check only). Registration fee includes all sessions, a continental breakfast, and lunch. To register for this event please complete the enclosed registration form, log on to www.des.nh.gov/wmb/lakes/workshop.html or contact Jennifer Rowden, Watershed Planner at (603) 271-2963 or jennifer.rowden@des.nh.gov. The registration deadline is Feb. 5, but walk-ins will be allowed.

York, Maine

n The 6th Annual Wedding and Party Expo will be held at two locations in York this year simultaneously at two unique venues: York Harbor Inn and Foster's Downeast Clambake, in scenic York Harbor, Maine. It will be held from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Travel between the locations will be provided by Regal Limousine. Listen to a sampling of wedding music provided by Cuzin Richard Entertainment, Fred Papalardo, Music Man DJ services, Wavelength or Rockwell Music while viewing the photography of The Wedding Photographer, Focus Photography, Life's Big Events, Christine Nimetz photography and Geneve Hoffman Photography. Check out the latest in formal wear for the whole bridal party. Compare the facilities offered by Cape Neddick Inn, the York American Legion, Dockside Restaurant and Guest Quarters, Inn at Long Sands, Foster's Downeast Clambake, Village By the Sea, Stage Neck Inn, Union Bluff Meeting House and York Harbor Inn. Get unique and creative ideas, and taste the delicious food samples. From invitations, music, photography, flowers and formal wear, to skin care, chocolate fountains, trolley charters, usual and unusual wedding favor ideas, and much more, you will find everything you need to make your wedding day or special occasion complete. Admission to the Wedding and Party Expo is $5 per person, or pre-register at www.gatewaytomaine.org and receive a $2-off coupon. Additional information including directions, exhibitor information and more is available on the web site. For more information contact Carrie Eisner, vice president , at the Greater York Region Chamber of Commerce at 207-363-4422.

Portsmouth

n The West End Business Association will hold a networking event at the Portsmouth Center for Yoga and the Arts on Albany Street at the Malt House Exchange, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Complimentary refreshments will be served. For further information, contact Elaine Brown, Ocean National Bank, EBrown@eOcean.com.

Portsmouth

n The latest segment of the Energy Code Workshop Series- Commerical Workshop will be held at Redhook Brewery, 35 Corporate Drive, Pease International Tradeport, from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. To register go to www.gdsassociates.com/workshops and fill out a registration form. The workshop is free and includes lunch.

Manchester

n M. Dean Kenney of Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker will speak on the topic "Tax Update — Corporate Taxation" at the New Hampshire Chapter of the Institute of Management Accountants' February meeting. The meeting is open to all. Networking begins at 6 p.m. at the Manchester Country Club, Bedford, followed by dinner and Mr. Kenney's presentation. The cost of this event is $27. Registration, directions and more information can be obtained from the N.H. chapter's Web site, www.imanh.com, or by calling 659-8297.

Barrington

n Bisson Barcelona will host a bookstore panel for the next seminar in its Author Seminar Series. The panel will consist of three representatives from area bookstores, including Sally Bruce Stoklosa of Barnes & Noble, Tom Holbrook of RiverRun Bookstore and Brian Woodbury of The Toadstool Bookshop. The seminar will take place from 7-8:30 p.m., at the Barrington Middle School. Panelists will discuss how an author can best work with them and their store to arrange events, sell books, collect payments and keep books stocked. In addition, participants will learn tips and techniques that will help increase book sales. Registration is $35. For details, contact Traci Bisson at 664-5776 or visit www.bissonbarcelona.com.

Portsmouth

n SCORE, volunteer counselors to America's small businesses and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration will conduct an in-depth workshop on how to start a business. The workshop, titled "How To Start Your Own Business," will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., at Seacoast SCORE, 195A Commerce Way. The sponsor is Citizens Bank. Come and discuss the details of how to start your business with experienced executives and obtain valuable tools and reference materials to assist you. The cost of the workshop is $30 each individual, $20 each for groups of two or more, with materials included. For details or to reserve a seat, call SCORE at 433-0575 or visit www.scorehelp.org.

Portsmouth

n Television celebrities, media panels, talk of the future of Portsmouth and a host of exhibitors are just a taste of what's in store for attendees at this year's seventh annual Tourism Summit, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Redhook Ale Brewery. The theme for the day-long summit will be "Taste of Tourism" and will feature TV Diner's Celebrity Host Billy Costa as lunchtime keynote speaker. According to Stephanie Seacord, a member of the tourism summit subcommittee, the program will kickoff with a statistical overview of the tourism industry and continue with the keynote luncheon, and open sessions where attendees will get a chance to tap the expertise of knowledgeable guest speakers. These sessions will include a travel media panel and a presentation by representatives from the city of Portsmouth who'll be talking about development projects on tap for the near future. Some of those are the new Westin Convention Center, the Port Walk and other northern tier initiatives. Cost of the program will be $40 for chamber members and $50 for nonmembers if registered before March 5, and $45 for members and $55 for nonmembers after that date. Admission includes basic registration, continental breakfast and lunch. For more information and online registration, visit www.portsmouthchamber.org/tourismsummit2008.cfm.

Hampton

n The Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce presents Business After Hours networking event from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Ron's Landing, 379 Ocean Boulevard, Hampton Beach. The event is co-sponsored by The Provident Bank. Meet with friends and network with colleagues to increase your contacts. Admission is two business cards. Free parking, food, door prizes are available. Open to Hampton Area Chamber members, guests, and those interested in the Seacoast business community. Call 926-8718 or visit www.hamptonchamber.com for details.

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